Panel data analysis combines cross-sectional and time-series data, offering powerful insights for impact evaluation. It increases sample size, controls for unobserved factors, and captures dynamic relationships, making it a valuable tool for estimating causal effects.
However, panel data comes with challenges like attrition bias and complex statistical techniques. Fixed effects models control for time-invariant factors, while random effects models assume uncorrelated individual effects. Proper interpretation and assumption testing are crucial for reliable results.
Panel Data for Impact Evaluation
Characteristics and Advantages
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Panel data combines cross-sectional and time-series data allows analysis of individual units over multiple time periods
Increases sample size enhances statistical power and precision of estimates
Controls for unobserved heterogeneity reduces omitted variable bias
Studies dynamic relationships captures changes and trends over time
Analyzes between-unit and within-unit variations provides more robust estimates of causal effects
Addresses selection bias and omitted variable bias common challenges in impact evaluation
Estimates fixed effects models controls for time-invariant unobserved factors
Requires careful consideration of temporal aspects includes lag structures and potential serial correlation
Limitations and Challenges
Potential attrition bias occurs when participants drop out of the study over time
Increased complexity in data collection and management requires specialized software and skills